Print version of this report
Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2015-RN-00354-1
Product Name/Description Talon Grasping Device
(Used for retrieval of foreign bodies, tissue specimens, stones or calculi in endoscopic procedures of the gastrointestinal tract)

Product Code: U-711175

Multiple lot numbers

ARTG number: 168224
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 27/04/2015
Responsible Entity Device Technologies Australia Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue US Endoscopy has received a report of a grasping wire detachment during use and has determined the affected lot numbers. If wire detachment occurs, medical intervention may be required to prevent potential injury in the gastrointestinal tract.
Recall Action Recall
Recall Action Instructions Users are advised to identify affected stock for returning it to Device Technologies.

This action has been closed out on the 17/10/2018.
Contact Information 1800 338 423 - Device Technologies Australia